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The Treaty of Versailles was a significant treaty signed June 28, 1919 signifying the end of the First World War.

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The Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919, in the Hall of Mirrors in the Palace of Versailles, France. It was a peace treaty signifying the end of the First World War between the Triple Alliance and Triple Entente. It was enforced on January 10, 1920. For more information on the Treaty of Versailles read the fact file below or download our comprehensive worksheet pack to utilise within the classroom or home environment.

  • On January 8, 1918, US President Woodrow Wilson issued the Fourteen Points. It called for a diplomatic end to the war in which trade and agreements were discussed. The formation of the League of Nations was also cited.
  • In October 1918, the Government of Germany asked President Wilson for a general armistice. During the 1919 Paris Peace Conference, the treaty was drafted. Woodrow Wilson of the United States, Georges Clemenceau of France, Vittorio Orlando of Italy, and David Lloyd George of Britain were the frontrunners in the drafting of the treaty. They were known as the ‘Big Four’.
  • Part of the treaty was the required compensation from Germany for the damage caused by the war: “compensation by Germany for all damage done to the civilian population of the Allies and their property by the aggression of Germany by land, by sea and from the air.” This was known as Article 231 which was later referred to as the War Guilt Clause.
  • The treaty also forced Germany to make territorial concessions and disarm. Germany severely renounced the treaty. Its population and territory reduced and its economy became weak.
  • Northern Schleswig was returned to Denmark; Alsace-Lorraine was given back to France; several small areas in the north were given to Belgium; Upper Silesia, Pomerelia, Posen, Warsaw, and Danzig were ceded to Poland; and Czechoslovakia (Now the Czech Republic) became independent.
  • Germany’s colonies in Asia and Africa were taken over by Japan, Britain, France, and other nations under Allied Power. This was known as the mandate system.
  • The loss and damages were assessed and said to amount to $33 billion in 1921 (US $442 billion in 2017). Economists questioned that this amount was excessive and would upset international finances.
  • A restriction was then placed on Germany’s allowing only 1000,000 soldiers to be part of it at one time. Manufacturing airplanes, submarines, tanks, and armored cars were also forbidden.
  • Rhineland was demilitarized and 50 kilometers (30 miles) east of the river was considered as a demilitarized zone. Furthermore, Saarland was ceded to the League of Nations.
  • The Big Four wanted to make sure that Germany would never again become a military threat.
  • The treaty also included the formation of the League of Nations. It was agreed that sanctions would be given to member/s who resorted to war. Thus, members had an assurance that peace will prevail. The Permanent Court of International Justice and the International Labour Organisation were also established.
  • The Treaty of Versailles developed deep resentment from the Germans. Their economy was devastated and paved to the development of militarism in Germany in the 1930s. Amongst the critics of the treaty was Germany’s, Adolf Hitler.

Treaty of Versailles Worksheets

This bundle contains 11 ready-to-use Treaty of Versailles Worksheets that are perfect for students who want to learn more about the Treaty of Versailles which was a peace treaty signifying the end of the First World War between the Triple Alliance and Triple Entente. It was enforced on January 10, 1920.

Download includes the following worksheets:

  • Treaty of Versailles Facts
  • Treaty of Versailles Word Search
  • Fact or Bluff
  • Triple Alliance and Triple Entente
  • Historical Ladder
  • Palace of Versailles
  • Compare and Contrast
  • My Two Cents on the Matter
  • Modify the Treaty
  • Word Scramble
  • Treaty of Versailles Acrostic

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Treaty of Versailles?

The Treaty of Versailles was a peace treaty that was signed on June 28, 1919, following the end of World War I. It was signed by the victorious Allied powers and Germany in the palace of Versailles, near Paris, France. The treaty officially ended the state of war between Germany and the Allied powers, and imposed a series of harsh penalties on Germany, including territorial losses, disarmament, and war reparations.

Who were the main signatories of the Treaty of Versailles?

The main signatories of the Treaty of Versailles were the representatives of the Allied powers, which included:

  • France
  • Great Britain
  • Italy
  • Japan
  • The United States and representatives of defeated Germany.

What were the main provisions of the Treaty of Versailles?

The main provisions of the Treaty of Versailles included:

  • The transfer of territory from Germany to other countries
  • The disarmament of Germany and the demilitarization of the Rhineland
  • The payment of war reparations by Germany
  • The creation of the League of Nations
  • The war guilt clause, which placed the blame for the war solely on Germany.

How did the German people respond to the Treaty of Versailles?

The German people were deeply resentful of the harsh terms imposed on them by the Treaty of Versailles. They felt that the treaty was unjust and that Germany had been humiliated by the victorious Allied powers. The treaty’s provisions, particularly the war guilt clause and the large war reparations, were a major source of popular anger and resentment in Germany, and they contributed to the rise of nationalism and extremist movements in the country.

How did the Treaty of Versailles impact the world?

The Treaty of Versailles had a significant impact on the world, both in the short-term and the long-term. In the short-term, it contributed to the rise of extremist movements in Germany and ultimately led to the rise of Nazi Party and the outbreak of World War II. In the long-term, it played a role in shaping the political and economic landscape of Europe and the world. Additionally, it also contributed to the formation of the League of Nations which was the predecessor of the United Nations. The treaty’s harsh treatment of Germany also created a sense of bitterness and resentment among the German people that contributed to the rise of fascist regimes in Europe.

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